Diazepam Prescribing at WEST4 GPS
Hypnotics and anxiolytics | Central Nervous System
Items (12m)
586
Total Quantity
10.4K
NHS Cost
£259
vs National Avg
+17.7%
WEST4 GPS prescribed 586 items of Diazepam over the last 12 months at a cost of £259 to the NHS. This is 17.7% above the national average prescribing rate. Diazepam is classified under Hypnotics and anxiolytics in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
47
Jun 2026
57
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
46
Jun 2026
37
Jun 2026
64
Jun 2026
39
Jun 2026
43
Jun 2026
56
Jun 2026
33
Jun 2026
51
Jun 2026
62
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 586 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 10,449 |
| Total NHS Cost | £259 |
| Presentations | 3 different forms |
| vs National Average | +17.7% |
Diazepam Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 586 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 498 items |
| Difference | +17.7% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.